Ohio Dominican University (ODU) is a private, Catholic liberal arts university located in Columbus, Ohio. Founded in 1911 by the Dominican Sisters of Peace, it offers undergraduate and graduate programs with a focus on personalized education and faith-based values.
As a private institution, ODU relies on tuition, donations, and endowments rather than state funding. This allows it to maintain smaller class sizes and a close-knit academic community. While it embraces its Catholic identity, the university welcomes students of all backgrounds.
